Audit Supervisor
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Location: Borehamwood
Salary: £Competitive
About Us
Established in 1975, Sopher + Co is a trusted business adviser of choice for entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, high net worth individuals, professional partnerships and expats. Our roots in Elstree led to our early client base in the media and entertainment industry. Since then we have grown immensely, with our portfolio now spanning over 20 industries. Our success is within our people - with endless opportunities and open-mind approach, Sopher + Co is a place where you can drive your career and ambitions forward, sharing and promoting our commitment to excellent client experience.
At Sopher + Co we make it our business to understand and add value to our clients personal and business affairs whilst building a lasting relationship based on trust and mutual respect. That’s why so many prestigious clients in the world of entertainment, media, music and show business recommend us year after year.
We’re looking for an experienced Audit Supervisor to provide accurate auditing and assurance services to a diverse range of clients, as directed by Manager/Director, within budget and in accordance with firm procedures. In addition, assisting in the development of team members to ensure they have the knowledge and skill to perform their job.
Be the first point of contact for allocated clients and obtain the information required from the client
Identify and develop new client opportunities. Develop strong relationships internally and externally to leverage work opportunities. Ability to cross sell opportunities
Proactive identification of key risk areas in audit planning process including identifying audit and control risks and tailoring of audit programs
Review and prepare financial statements for diverse range of client assignments as required
Preparation of audit planning memorandum, programs and budget in a timely manner
Solid understanding and performance of substantive and compliance testing and evaluation and resolution of errors
Ensure all areas of responsibility on audit assignment are fully completed in an accurate and timely manner. Solid management and co-ordination of the audit team in accordance with time and budget constraints
Ensure accurate and efficient resolution of audit files with client/audit staff in a timely manner. Provide feedback to junior audit staff on their performance and linking to potential training and development areas
Investigate and provide recommendations for audit review queries. Ensure all relevant review and action points have been adequately addressed
Supervise client audit engagements, which include planning executing, directing, and completing financial audits, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory requirements and Sopher + Co standards
Prepare appropriate audit report
Manage, coordinate and delegate client work to junior team members with an appropriate level of capability
Review junior team members’ work, ensuring compliance with Sopher + Co standards
Ensure WIP levels are kept within set budgets and advise Manager of potential budget over runs
Draft Bills for clients and submit to Manager for approval
Assist in preparation of audit fee quotes for small to medium audit assignments
Induct, mentor, train and assist junior level team members to maximise their performance
About you
Advanced professional accounting practice experience
Solid understanding of accounting and audit software
Strong MS Excel skills, ideally to advanced level
ACA or ACCA qualified
High level communication skills between clients, staff and management
Good interpersonal skills with clients, staff and management
Strong time management skills and not fazed by deadlines
High level management / leadership / supervisory skills
Ability to work unsupervised
High level time management skills
Ability to work autonomously
In Return
We will offer you a competitive package, including extensive benefits for you and your family, a comfortable, warm and friendly environment and the chance to work with some of the most prestigious clients that no other family-based firm can offer. Sopher + Co strongly believe in staff development and continuously encourage internal progression.
Sopher + Co is committed to the principle of equality of opportunity in employment and we expect all our employees to act in accordance with this policy, we recognise the key role it plays in the success of our business